2010 Final Event

Despite unseasonably hot weather (95° both days!), SMARTT Challenge held another successful Final Event, their 16th since the program started. Despite the poor economy, eight high schools from North Carolina, Virginia, Florida and Iowa fielded ten cars for this year's competition. Two new high schools made their first appearance (Morehead HS, Weaver HS). Several other schools had cars being prepared but couldn't make the event.

The two day Final Event was held on May 14th and 15th. As in previous years, the range event, oral presentations, troubleshooting tests, and safety inspections were held at Oak View County Park. The range event involves a loop course which includes a short leg on a busy street, then a long pass through a neighboring residential area.

Saturday's events were held at a new venue, SAS in Cary. Saturday's events included the vehicle design competition and an autocross managed by the Tarheel Sports Car Club (THSCC). SAS provided staff to direct traffic, set up signs and safety cones, and also a building for the final award ceremony.

Topsail HS was the repeat Overall Winner. Detailed results can be found on the 2010 Results page.